If you’re moving from a house to a condo, from a condo to a smaller apartment, or vacating your bachelor pad and moving in with your partner, downsizing is in order. While it’s easy to say “Throw everything out!” actually doing so proves more challenging. Here, we’ll show you how to downsize before your move and even earn some cash in the process.

Time to Prioritize

Write a list of all the necessary items in your life that you love. This should refocus you on which belongings are actually invaluable to you, since it’s best to avoid sentimentality when decluttering. After this, it’s time to start pruning back. Be sure to begin downsizing way in advance of your moving date. 3 months is a good benchmark. Try to set aside the same window of time every week. It doesn’t have to be much. If you sort through your possessions every Sunday morning for an hour or two, you’ll be amazed by how quickly you progress! Start with the easiest rooms first. This will help you from getting overwhelmed and quitting prematurely.

How to Get Rid of Your Stuff…and Make Money

Selling your unwanted possessions can be a time-consuming annoyance. However, think of the cash you’ll be getting back as incentive. An added benefit of downsizing is making money, and investing it or purchasing things you truly want or need. When deciding how to best sell your belongings, it’s important to be strategic. Craigslist is great for getting rid of heavier, more expensive items, like appliances, electronics, and furniture. Use your writing and photography skills to your advantage when drafting your online listings. Make sure that all for-sale items are clean and presentable, then take photos from flattering angles in natural lighting, and upload these with snappy, informative captions. Your stuff will be selling in no time!

For smaller items, yard sales or pawnshops are decent bets. Or, you can even get creative and throw a downsizing party! Place your unwanted items artistically on your dining room table, along with some wine and snacks, and invite all your friends over. After all, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.

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